Police in Essex have shared an urgent appeal to safely trace a missing three-year-old boy.
The toddler, Noah, was last seen in Brantham, Suffolk, at around 3pm yesterday (September 15).
It is understood the toddler became separated from a relative following a visit to a playground.
Police report he was seen running down an alleyway beside the playground, headed towards a new-build housing estate.
Noah has been described as white with curly ginger hair. He is also described as non-verbal, with partial hearing loss and is currently undergoing an assessment for autism.
He was last seen wearing a Bluey T-shirt, shorts and black Vans trainers with a white stripe.
Specially trained officers and dog units have assisted officers on the ground, with help called in from helicopters from the National Police Air Service and HM Coastguard.
Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service, Suffolk Lowland Search & Rescue and members of the public have also joined the search.
Essex Police have asked that people take the time to read the appeal, particularly those with friends and family in the Suffolk area.
Suffolk Constabulary are "very concerned" for his welfare, reiterating that they need to find him "as a matter of urgency".
Supt Pete Partridge of Suffolk Police said: "We are very concerned for Noah’s welfare and need to find him as a matter of urgency.
Officers are urging residents in and around Brantham to thoroughly check gardens, sheds, outbuildings, and any other spaces where a small child could hide.
Those with CCTV, doorbell cameras, or dashcam footage from the area after 3pm on September 15 are also being asked to review it for possible sightings.
Members of the public are encouraged not to conduct independent searches, especially during the night, to ensure the safety of all involved and to avoid disrupting police operations.
Anyone who believes they have seen Noah is urged to call Suffolk Police immediately on 999, quoting reference CAD 203 of September 15.
Other information can be reported via the Suffolk Police website, by calling 101, or through the live chat service on the Suffolk Constabulary website.
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